Bred by Kordes and introduced in 1954, this Hybrid Kordesii is valued for its hardiness and distinctive flower form. The blooms are a clear, bright lemon-yellow that holds color well before fading to cream. They are semi-double and open flat to reveal a prominent boss of golden stamens, but their most defining feature is the serrated, fringed edges of the petals, giving them a unique, ruffled appearance. Produced in clusters on long, arching canes, they offer a heavy initial flush with scattered repeat blooms later in the season. The plant is vigorous and versatile, reaching 8 to 10 feet in height; its flexible growth makes it suitable for pillars, fences, or even as a sprawling groundcover. The foliage is light green, glossy, and disease-resistant. It carries a light, citrus fragrance.
Rose Profile
Leverkusen
Bred by Kordes and introduced in 1954, this Hybrid Kordesii is valued for its hardiness and distinctive flower form. The blooms are a clear, bright lemon-yellow that holds color well before fading to cream.…
Photo courtesy of Fraser Valley Rose Farm Photo source
At-a-Glance Profile
Garden Personality
A quick portrait of how this rose grows, blooms, and earns its place in a home garden.
- Breeder
- Kordes
- Seller
- Rogue Valley Roses
- Introduced
- 1954
- Best Zones
- 5-10
Bloom Style
How It Shows Up in the Garden
- Bloom Form
- Semi-Double
- Fragrance
- yes
- Repeat Bloom
- Yes
Garden Fit
Where It Is Most Comfortable
- Rose Class
- Climber, Groundcover
- Color Family
- Yellow
Background
Breeding and Source Notes
- Seller Signals
- Rogue Valley Roses
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| Seller | Listing | Price | Offers | Link |
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| Rogue Valley Roses | Leverkusen | $24.95 |
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Notes, Photos, and Shared Experience
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